FOR 117 - Animal Packing Field Studies

    Recent Professors
    L. Langdon, S. Salomon
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    15 students
    Credits
    0.5
    Prerequisite
    Prerequisite: FOR 31A - formerly NR 31A Corequisite: FOR 31B - Formerly NR 31B Advisory: ENGL C1000; ENGL C1000H
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of FOR 117
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This is a practical field course taught at the school forest or on location in the Sequoia and Sierra National Forest. Designed to apply skills acquired in animal packing courses under field conditions. Subjects include loading and hauling of livestock, preparation for overnight stays for both packers and livestock, cooking in a field setting, and the application of “leave no trace” principles. Course consists of a workday emulating field techniques of animal packing technicians. A room and board fee may be required. Field trip is required for this course. May include an overnight stay in a front country or backcountry campsite.
    Usually Held
    Thu Fri, Wed 7:00am–7:50am